Surfacing just as alternative rock went mainstream, Beck's 1994 official album debut, 'Mellow Gold', quickly confounded expectations when 'Loser' metamorphosed from a rejected demo to a ubiquitous smash. 'Loser' showcased Beck's unconventional approach to songwriting and solidified his status and an innovative voice in alternative music. The song contains a sample from 'I Walk on Guilded Splinters' by Dr. John.